Job Title: Production Manager (Food) Reference #: PFPDON040226 Duration of employment: Permanent Full-time Employer: International Food Manufacturer Location: Barrie, ON (Public transit not available – please have own vehicle; onsite parking available) Starting Date: End of March to April Training: First 3 months at the company’s Vancouver facility Probation: 3 months Work Hours Initial start‑up phase: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. Transition to two‑line system will use two‑shift rotation: Early Shift 5:30 am – 2:00 pm, Late Shift 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

Production

Manager will most likely be assigned to the early shift. Each shift includes a 30‑minute meal break and a 20‑minute paid coffee break.

Compensation &

Benefits Salary: $60,000–$65,000 / yr (DOE) Benefits: Group insurance from day 1 (extended health, dental, vision care, prescription drugs) Main Job Duties - Work directly on the production floor, providing hands‑on support while ensuring safety, ethical, and operational procedures are followed - Actively monitor daily production activities, identify issues in real time, and step in to resolve them quickly - Inspect, test, and evaluate manufacturing equipment to ensure protected operation and minimize downtime - Perform regular quality checks on in‑process and finished products, ensuring all items meet required quality and industry standards before release or shipment - Lead and motivate team members through direct involvement, maintaining productivity while upholding high production standards - Assist with production work when staffing levels require support,



including filling in for factory workers as needed - Create and manage daily and weekly work schedules, track attendance, and ensure consistent staffing and punctuality - Maintain hands‑on oversight of materials, supplies, and equipment, ensuring everything needed for production is available on time - Coordinate closely with the Shipping Department to prepare finished products for timely shipment - Serve as the primary point of contact between production staff and management, communicating issues, progress, and improvement opportunities - Keep accurate records of employee performance, equipment usage, production output, and supplies for management review - Contribute to production planning and scheduling, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines and operational demands - Take on additional production or supervisory duties as required to support team success Minimum Requirements - Legally entitled to work in Canada – no visa support provided by the employer - High School diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education (Associate degree) an asset - 1–2 years of relevant experience in production, warehouse, or manufacturing operations - Valid forklift license - Experience with basic machine maintenance and mechanical work - Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to guide and relate to team members - Strong commitment to workplace health and safety; must be safety‑conscious - Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel - Time‑management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively - Physically fit, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and capable of standing or moving for extended periods - Able to work weekends (Saturday/Sunday) if required

📌 Production Manager (Food) (Barrie)
🏢 Pan-Pacific Personnel
📍 Barrie